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Albion Manganese 10 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Swanson

Capsule Category: Mineral
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Albion Manganese 10 mg is a dietary supplement by Swanson with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for bone health support, antioxidant and enzyme support, filling dietary gaps.Based on those ingredients, 83 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Manganese. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Albion Manganese 10 mg by Swanson

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains 10 mg of manganese per capsule — a mineral your body needs in small amounts for bone health, metabolism, and nervous system function. The inactive ingredients are rice flour, citric acid, gelatin, maltodextrin, magnesium stearate, and silica.

Does it work?

Strong evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Strong

Clinical evidence supports at least one of this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: essential trace mineral for nutrient supplementation.
  • We looked for evidence on: Manganese deficiency.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Manganese is rated "Effective" for Manganese deficiency (Natural Medicines).

Manganese is effective for treating manganese deficiency. For allergic rhinitis (hay fever), osteoporosis, COPD, obesity, and osteoarthritis, the evidence we hold is insufficient to say whether manganese works for these conditions.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Manganese

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Manganese from food and normal dietary amounts is well tolerated. However, high-dose supplements carry real risk.

High doses can cause neurotoxicity — nerve damage that looks like Parkinson's disease, including tremor and movement problems. One documented case involved taking 100 mg daily for 2 to 4 years and led to irreversible Parkinson disease.

In a severe case, a 13-year-old developed life-threatening neurological symptoms (including loss of consciousness) and liver damage (cirrhosis and fatty liver disease) after manganese intoxication, requiring specialized medical treatment. At this dose (10 mg), you're taking a supplemental amount, so it's worth discussing with your doctor or pharmacist — especially if you have liver problems or are at risk for neurological issues.

Data on safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding is not on file. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this product is appropriate for you if you are pregnant or nursing.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Manganese

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Manganese.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • For scale: 83 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Before you take this product, double-check any antipsychotic medications you're on (Moderate severity — risk of toxicity). Also check if you take quinolone antibiotics like ciprofloxacin or tetracycline antibiotics like doxycycline (Moderate severity — manganese may reduce how well they're absorbed and how well they work).

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with clinical evidence supporting its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This 10 mg dose is appropriate if you have a manganese deficiency, or if your doctor suggests it as part of your routine. If you take antipsychotics or any quinolone or tetracycline antibiotic, check your exact medication with the tool on this page first — manganese may interfere with them or increase toxicity risk.

Because high-dose manganese carries serious neurological risks, talk with your pharmacist or doctor before starting, especially if you have liver disease or neurological concerns.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Dec 21, 2024.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Albion Manganese 10 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Swanson
Barcode (UPC) 087614025360
Net contents 180 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Dec 21, 2024
DSLD ID 322703
Product type Mineral
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Albion Manganese 10 mg by Swanson, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
180
UPC/BARCODE
087614025360
IngredientAmount% DV
Manganese10 mg435%

Other ingredients: Rice Flour, Citric Acid, Gelatin, Maltodextrin, Magnesium Stearate, Silica

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Label statements
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General Statements

Swanson.com or call 1-800-437-4148

Science-backed quality since 1969

Formula

Patented Albion glycine-chelate form for optimum absorption Essential trace mineral

Albion Manganese 10 mg per capsule Amino Acid Chelate Albion Minerals

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take one capsule per day with food and water.

Brand IP Statement(s)

TRAACS, Albion and the Gold Medalion are registered trademarks of Albion Laboratories, Inc.

Precautions

Warning: For adults only.

Consult your healthcare provider before using this or any product if you are pregnant or nursing, taking medication, or if you have a medical condition.

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if seal is broken.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Formulation

Antioxidant support

FDA Statement of Identity

Mineral Supplement

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Albion Manganese 10 mg by Swanson label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Albion Manganese 10 mg by Swanson

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container180 Amounts shown are per serving.

Manganese

Interacts with
83 drugs
10 mg per serving Form: Manganese Bisglycinate Chelate

Manganese is an essential trace mineral your body needs in small amounts for bone formation, metabolism, and antioxidant defense, and most people get...

Manganese monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Rice Flour, Citric Acid, Gelatin, Maltodextrin, Magnesium Stearate, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Albion Manganese 10 mg by Swanson Drug Interactions

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83Drugs
83 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Albion Manganese 10 mg with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Manganese3 drug types · 83 drugs

Antipsychotic Drugs

Theoretically, the risk for manganese toxicity might increase when taken with antipsychotic drugs.
Hallucinations and behavioral changes have been reported in a patient with liver disease who was taking haloperidol and manganese. Researchers speculate that taking manganese along with haloperidol, phenothiazine-derivatives, or other antipsychotic medications might increase the risk of manganese toxicity in some patients.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Quinolone Antibiotics

Theoretically, manganese might reduce the absorption of quinolone antibiotics.
Manganese is a multivalent cation. Interactions resulting in reduced quinolone absorption have been reported between quinolones and other multivalent cations, such as calcium and iron.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Tetracycline Antibiotics

Theoretically, manganese might reduce the absorption of tetracycline antibiotics.
Manganese is a multivalent cation. Interactions resulting in reduced tetracycline absorption have been reported between tetracyclines and other multivalent cations, such as calcium and iron.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Albion Manganese 10 mg, from the product label.

Swanson

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Name
Swanson Health Products
City
Fargo
State
ND
ZipCode
58104
Phone Number
1-800-437-4148
Web Address
swanson.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Albion Manganese 10 mg by Swanson: Common Questions

Does Albion Manganese 10 mg by Swanson interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Albion Manganese 10 mg has a known interaction with 83 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Albion Manganese 10 mg contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Is this just manganese, or are there other things in the capsule?
The active ingredient is manganese. The capsule also contains rice flour, citric acid, gelatin, maltodextrin, magnesium stearate, and silica — these are the inactive ingredients that help hold the capsule together and preserve it.
Will manganese help my osteoarthritis or hay fever?
The evidence we hold isn't strong enough to say whether manganese works for osteoarthritis, hay fever, COPD, obesity, or osteoporosis. Manganese is proven effective for treating actual manganese deficiency. If you're interested in it for another reason, talk with your doctor about whether it's right for you.
Is manganese safe at this dose?
At 10 mg per capsule, this is a supplemental amount, and manganese is generally well tolerated in appropriate doses. The concern is high-dose supplements — there are rare but serious reports of nerve damage and liver damage from very high doses taken over time. Because of that risk, talk with your pharmacist or doctor before starting, especially if you have liver problems or are concerned about neurological health.
Can I take this while I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
We don't have safety data on file for manganese supplements during pregnancy or breastfeeding. The caution we do have is that normal dietary manganese is fine, but high-dose supplements should be avoided unless a doctor advises otherwise. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
Why can't I take this with my antibiotic?
Manganese is a mineral that binds to certain antibiotics in your gut, which reduces how much of the antibiotic your body absorbs. If the antibiotic doesn't get absorbed well, it may not work as well. To be safe, take manganese and quinolone or tetracycline antibiotics several hours apart — your pharmacist can help you time them.

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The Full Monographs Behind Albion Manganese 10 mg’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Albion Manganese 10 mg's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

The 21 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Manganese 21 references
  1. Hansten PD, Horn JR. Hansten and Horn's Drug Interactions Analysis and Management. Vancouver, CAN:Appl Therapeut, 1999.
  2. Barrington WW, Angle CR, Willcockson NK, et al. Autonomic function in manganese alloy workers. Environ Res 1998;78:50-8. PubMed
  3. Hauser RA, Zesiewicz TA, Martinez C, et al. Blood manganese correlates with brain magnetic resonance imaging changes in patients with liver disease. Can J Neurol Sci 1996;23:95-8. PubMed
  4. Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine. Dietary Reference Intakes for Vitamin A, Vitamin K, Arsenic, Boron, Chromium, Copper, Iodine, Iron, Manganese, Molybdenum, Nickel, Silicon, Vanadium, and Zinc. Washington, DC: National Academy Press, 2002.
  5. Lee JW. Manganese intoxication. Arch Neurol 2000;57:597-9.. PubMed
  6. Powers KM, Smith-Weller T, Franklin GM, et al. Parkinson's disease risks associated with dietary iron, manganese, and other nutrient intakes. Neurology 2003;60:1761-6.. PubMed
  7. McMillan, D. E. A brief history of the neurobehavioral toxicity of manganese: some unanswered questions. Neurotoxicology 1999;20(2-3):499-507.
  8. Gerber, G. B., Leonard, A., and Hantson, P. Carcinogenicity, mutagenicity and teratogenicity of manganese compounds. Crit Rev Oncol Hematol. 2002;42(1):25-34. PubMed
  9. Jiang, Y. and Zheng, W. Cardiovascular toxicities upon manganese exposure. Cardiovasc.Toxicol 2005;5(4):345-354. PubMed
  10. Mehta, R. and Reilly, J. J. Manganese levels in a jaundiced long-term total parenteral nutrition patient: potentiation of haloperidol toxicity? Case report and literature review. JPEN J Parenter.Enteral Nutr 1990;14(4):428-430. PubMed
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  15. Ho CSH, Ho RCM, Quek AML. Chronic manganese toxicity associated with voltage-gated potassium channel complex antibodies in a relapsing neuropsychiatric disorder. Int J Environ Res Public Health 2018;15(4). pii: E783. doi: 10.3390/ijerph15040783. PubMed
  16. Yamamoto M, Sakurai K, Eguchi A, et al.; Japan Environment and Children's Study Group: Association between blood manganese level during pregnancy and birth size: the Japan environment and children's study (JECS). Environ Res 2019;172:117-26. PubMed
  17. Li D, Ge X, Liu Z, et al. Association between long-term occupational manganese exposure and bone quality among retired workers. Environ Sci Pollut Res Int 2020;27(1):482-9. PubMed
  18. Martin KV, Sucharew H, Dietrich KN, et al. Co-exposure to manganese and lead and pediatric neurocognition in East Liverpool, Ohio. Environ Res 2021;202:111644. PubMed
  19. Racette BA, Nelson G, Dlamini WW, et al. Depression and anxiety in a manganese-exposed community. Neurotoxicology 2021;85:222-33. PubMed
  20. Ruiz-Azcona L, Fernández-Olmo I, Expósito A, et al. Impact of environmental airborne manganese exposure on cognitive and motor functions in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Int J Environ Res Public Health 2021;18(8):4075. PubMed
  21. Uyar E, Gurkas E, Aksu AU, et al. Can therapeutic plasma exchange be life-saving in life-threatening manganese intoxication?. Transfus Apher Sci 2022;61(4):103417. PubMed

See these in context on the Manganese monograph →

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